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The energy company - E.ON is planning to set up a distribution network and corresponding infrastructure for hydrogen and ammonia in the Ruhr region as part of a European cooperation project. The ‘H2.Ruhr’ project is intended to give municipal, medium-sized, and industrial companies in the region access to CO2-free hydrogen and green ammonia. E.ON is planning to set up a European hydrogen value chain together with the energy companies Enel and Iberdrola. The energy required is to com...

An isolator is a switching device that offers the making and breaking of electric current in a circuit. Isolators are designed in compliance with IEC 60947-3 and perform below functions: Switching: ON / OFF Isolation Generally used as a main switch or incomer inside a distribution board, an isolator does not offer any protection. It is used to completely disconnect the circuit from the electrical supply to achieve absolute isolation. Isolator Type Isolators are offered in Single Pole, D...

RWE and partners John Cockerill are to jointly build a testing facility in Germany which will optimize a key stage in the process of turning household waste into hydrogen. The facility – called a torrefaction plant – will be built at RWE’s innovation center in Niederaußem (Germany) and will test the production of feedstock pellets made from waste, to be used in the company’s innovative FUREC waste-to-hydrogen initiative. RWE is going to invest €3 million in th...

RECOM has introduced two new cost-effective DC/DC products with outputs of 100W and 300W in a DOSA-compatible low-profile, through-hole eighth-brick format (58.4mm x 23mm). The RPA100E-W 100W part has a wide 4:1 input range of 16-72V for nominal 24V, 28V and 48V supplies, and fully regulated 5V and 12V trimmable outputs are available. Full power is available to 50°C ambient in natural convection and to +85°C with forced air. Isolation is 1.5kVDC/1 min, basic grade. Standby loss require...

DNV has acted as the lender's technical advisor and provided technical due diligence reviewing the world's largest power plant project combining photovoltaic energy and massive storage of 128 MWh by 'Centrale Electrique de l’Ouest Guyanais' (CEOG). Meridiam, the main shareholder and developer worked with HDF, a global pioneer in hydrogen energy, and Sara, a key player in the production of energy in French Guiana, for over 3 years to structure a bankable project with a pool of leading fina...

On October 15, 2020, the stability control system of the Ali power networking project undertaken by NR was put into operation smoothly. The Ali networking project has realized the interconnection of the Ali power grid and the central Tibet power grid, fundamentally solving the serious power shortage problem in the Ali Region and Western Xigaze. The stability control system of the Ali interconnection project is an important system to ensure the safe and stable operation of the power grid in the...

One of the main challenges in designing a successful energy-harvesting system is simply getting started. In the beginning, there are often too many unknowns to contend with and it can be overwhelming. Which energy source to use – photovoltaic, thermoelectric generator, electric field, flow-based or vibrational? How big should the storage element be? Should users use a supercapacitor or a rechargeable battery? What about energy security - do users need a backup battery or will they scaveng...

The switching technology, designed for very fast actuation, allows the using of these devices for switching loads in category AC23A up to 630A at 400V or 500A for higher voltages. GL switch disconnectors feature a compact body. The four-pole version can be made up directly by the client thanks to the supplementary fourth pole (available separately) which, like the neutral and earth terminals, can be installed on both sides of the switch with two screws included in the kit. The switch disc...

RECOM has extended its range of DC/DC converters in a SOIC-16 package with new versions that offer even better value. The parts feature 5V (4.5-5.5V) inputs and a semi-regulated 5V output rated at either 0.5W (R05C05TE05S) or 1W (R05CTE05S). Line and load regulation figures are specified across the full temperature range, and there is no minimum load requirement, making the parts ideal for applications that have light-load operation modes. EMI levels EMI levels are also particularly low compa...

To support the cause of healthcare and furtherance of its social responsibility, C&S Electric donated 6 units of Servo Air Ventilators, three each to Dr. Bhim Rao Ambedkar Multi Specialty Hospital, Sector -30, Noida, and Govt. Institute of Medical Sciences (GIMS), Greater Noida. Mr. Rajiv Puri, Head-HR, C&S Electric Limited, handed over the ventilators to Noida DM Mr. Suhas Yathiraj. The initiative is a part of the CSR activity of the company.

DNV, the independent energy expert and assurance provider, has awarded a Statement of Conformity to the Chinese Solar Energy company Sungrow FPV, a provider of floating solar PV (FPV) for inland water and coastal areas, for its anchoring and mooring design methodology for FPV systems. Statement of Conformity The Statement of Conformity is the first-of-its-kind to refer to the DNV-RP-0584, Recommended Practice for Design, development, and operation of floating solar photovoltaic systems, publis...

C&S introduces Track Busway MB series under Metabar Range for Low Voltage Power Busbar Solutions for 250A & 400A in various ratings. Application Track Busway finds application in power distribution solutions, replacing cables for horizontal distribution. The above product will provide power distribution solutions in the following segments: Data Centers solutions, IT Parks. Process Plants, Manufacturing Industries. Benefits Unique open channel system allows Plug In Boxes to be...

Munich-based smart grid company - gridX announced a collaboration with Fastned, a European operator of fast charging stations. The Amsterdam-based company is already the fourteenth international company and the eighth outside the DACH region to develop its own energy management solutions using gridX technology. Fastned’s goal is to build a pan-European network of 1,000 fast charging stations at prime locations where electric cars are charged exclusively with green electricity. gridX enabl...

The E.ON Group has taken note of the communication from Ceconomy AG regarding the planned appointment of Karsten Wildberger as Chairman of the Board of Management. Making decisive contribution In this regard, the Chairman of the Supervisory Board of E.ON SE, Karl-Ludwig Kley, states: “We very much regret that Karsten Wildberger has decided to take on a new challenge after five years on the E.ON Board of Management.” We are happy with him for taking the next step and wish him conti...

With a history of almost 100 years at its back, a catalog of 18,000 part numbers and operations in over 100 countries worldwide, LOVATO Electric announces the opening of its 15th subsidiary, LOVATO ELECTRIC AG. The new subsidiary is located close to Zurich and have both sales offices and a warehouse. The staff are well-trained and can boast many years experience in the Swiss electrotechnical market. The aim of this operation is to reinforce the LOVATO Electric brand in the Swiss market, while o...

In the world of modern electronics, it is very easy to take DC/DC power supplies for granted as they are all around and in constant use. However, how well the power supply has been integrated into the design can be critical to both the overall performance and the functionality of the application. This article discusses the importance of DC/DC power supply filters, how they can be used, and when to use them. Filtering power signals is critical DC/DC power supply design can take many forms, ran...

Volta Trucks, a disruptive full-electric commercial vehicle manufacturer, and services provider, will be present for the first time at a French trade show, Solutrans 2021, taking place from November 16 to 20, 2021 in Lyon Eurexpo.  The company, which 14 months ago unveiled the demonstration vehicle of the Volta Zero, the first purpose-built 16-ton 100% electric truck designed for last-mile urban logistics, is coming to meet its potential French customers. Volta Zero demonstration vehicle...

Volta Trucks, a pioneering and disruptive full-electric commercial vehicle manufacturer and services provider, will present the Volta Zero to Dutch customers as it continues its successful European tour into the Netherlands. This follows the recent UK roadshow and events in Paris, Madrid, Barcelona, Milan, Munich, and Frankfurt where nearly 1,000 individual customer demonstrations of the Volta Zero have been undertaken. This has led to over 2,500 pre-orders with an order value exceeding €6...

Volta Trucks, a disruptive full-electric commercial vehicle manufacturer, and services provider is expanding its UK-based Research and Development capabilities. This comes as the company delivers a program of prototype full-electric 16-ton commercial vehicles for customer evaluation in London and Paris by mid-2022, ahead of series production starting by the end of next year. Research and Development team expansion The team is networked to UK vehicle testing facilities where the company’...

The Indian Electrical & Electronics Manufacturers' Association (IEEMA) - the apex association of the Indian electrical equipment manufacturing industry, is pleased to announce Mr. Vipul Ray, the Managing Director of Elmex Controls Ltd as the new President of IEEMA, for the year 2021-2022. Vipul Ray took over at the Annual General Meeting of the Association. Office Bearers - Mr. Rohit Pathak, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Birla Copper (Hindalco Industries Limited) and Mr. Hamza Arsiwa...

EDF Renewables is announcing that its onshore development pipeline in Ireland has now grown to almost 1GW, enough to power up to 600,000 homes. The number of projects has expanded rapidly over the past few months and the company plans to have up to 500MW of onshore wind and solar projects operational by 2030. This is in addition to its flagship Codling Wind Park project, a joint venture between EDF Renewables and Fred. Olsen Renewables off the coast of Wicklow, which will be one of Ireland's la...

Recently, the wind power frequency modulation system developed by NR has completed the commissioning and performance verification test in the CGN Daishan 516MW offshore wind farm. The test results show that the primary frequency modulation performance of the system is excellent. The successful application indicates that NR frequency modulation technology has taken another step forward. Primary frequency modulation of renewable energy is one of the effective means to maintain the frequency...

On 27 September 2021, OverIT is launching the new Geocall 9.2 product release. Geocall 9.2 brings more and more innovative features to the product, closing the gap between purchasing companies and contractors, while managing construction sites, providing more accurate and efficient scheduling optimization automation, and enhancing timesheet reporting. Key features Construction Site, enabling an end-to-end management of work sites while closing the gap between purchasing companies and co...

Ofgem has appointed Octopus Energy to take on supplying Avro Energy’s approximately 580,000 domestic customers. This follows a competitive process run by Ofgem to get the best deal possible for customers. Outstanding credit balances, including money owed to both existing and former domestic customers of Avro Energy, will also be honored. Domestic customers will also be protected by the energy price cap with their new supplier. continuous energy supplies Customers of...

Ofgem has appointed Shell Energy to take on supplying Green Supplier Limited’s (‘Green’) approximately 255,000 domestic customers, and a small number of non-domestic customers. This follows a competitive process run by Ofgem to get the best deal possible for customers. Outstanding credit balances, including money owed to both existing and former domestic customers of Green Supplier Limited, will also be honored. Domestic customers will also be protected by...

Many engineers prefer to choose a power supply with ample “headroom” – In a worst-case scenario, if the application draws a power of say, 5W, then a 10W power supply will be selected. The rationale behind this is that a certain factor of safety is required for maximum reliability in addition to making sure that if extra features are added to the application circuit in the future, there will be enough spare power supply capacity to cope with any additional load. These are pow...

Waste heat specialist - Orcan Energy is a partner of the Engimmonia consortium and will develop an optimized waste heat solution for the maritime sector in the project. The organization is working to develop a radically new technology to reduce pollution in shipping. Engimmonia Engimmonia is receiving €9.5 million in funding under the EU's Horizon 2020 research and innovation Engimmonia, consisting of 21 partners from nine countries, is receiving €9.5 million in funding under the E...

E.ON Board Member for Customer Solutions, Patrick Lammers and Volkswagen Group Board Member for Technology, Thomas Schmall put in operation the first E.ON Drive Booster in Essen. The innovative product makes fast charging easier and more affordable for operators and customers. As a flexible fast charger, it requires no civil engineering work or adjustments to the grid connection and can charge two electric vehicles simultaneously with 150 kW. This means the expansion of a dense public network o...

Digitalization is crucial for the renewable energy transition. Yet it also arouses a number of challenges for establishing, and maintaining, secure power systems. To power a city the size of Hamburg, one single coal power plant suffices – with renewables, more than 500 wind turbines are required. More dynamic challenges Connected systems are needed to enhance flexibility in real time and provide incentives This growing number of producers, which also tend to be more intermittent, make...

Kwasi Kwarteng, UK Business and Energy Secretary, and Jonathan Brearley, Ofgem’s Chief Executive have issued a joint statement - “The recent increase in wholesale global gas prices continues to be a cause of concern for consumers, businesses and energy suppliers across the UK. We want to be clear that this is not an issue of supply – the United Kingdom benefits from having a diverse range of gas supply sources with capacity that can more than meet demand.” The joint stat...